The Guardian of the Chosen One (English Version of "La Gardienne de l'Elu")

Chapitre 19: Burning Duel (Part 1)

Here is the continuation of the adventures of our heroes in the Death Star. And a mythical duel between two brothers, now worst enemies.

Leia's point of view

When I imagined escaping from prison, I didn't expect to go through the garbage compactor! Unfortunately, that was the only way to escape the Imperial troops that had us pinned down. After that, we narrowly escaped being crushed to death by the automatic garbage pressers thanks to R2. I was able to meet my saviors in more detail. Han Solo, a smuggler who seems to think only of his navel and money, accompanied by a Wookie named Chewbacca. Then there was Luke Skywalker, a brave young man who seemed to have a thirst for adventure and discovery. Although he didn't really carry the Empire in his heart and carried the naivety of youth. This made us a common point, besides our age.

We walked through the corridors, until we reached the top of the hangar where I saw...Wait. Was it a ship or a wreck? Don't tell me they came to Alderaan with that?

Me: You came in that pan? Oh, you're braver than I thought.

Han: Wonderful...Come on!

Unfortunately, at one corridor, we came across a troop of stormtroopers using the E11 he was carrying. The smuggler managed to kill one of them, before the imperial troop retreated. Probably to get reinforcements, although I wondered why.

In any case, Han didn't think twice and went after them, followed by his furry companion, asking us to board his ship. At least, if you could call it that. In any case, I had to admire his courage. Although Luke was right about one thing. It was no use if he got killed.

So I followed Luke when I remembered Shmi. I hadn't seen her since Vader captured the Tantive IV. I hoped she was okay. I hoped she hadn't been captured by Vader or killed by him. She was not only a valuable resource in our fight, with her experience and Jedi skills, but she was the only one willing to speak truthfully about my aunt. A trait she had in common with my aunt, besides being a Jedi. It was strange, now that I thought about it. She looked like her physically, a Force user like her, had a very similar character...Was it possible, even?

Luke: I hope Ben and Shmi disabled the beam.

Me: Did you run into Shmi too? Is she okay?

Luke: Uh...The last time I saw her, yes. She was dressed as a stormtrooper, like us.

That answer made me feel better. No matter what she did, she was alive. Maybe she had valuable information to give us from her time here. At least, I hoped so. If she wasn't inadvertently shot by us. With the trigger-happy Han Solo...

An Imperial patrol cut me off, forcing us to flee under enemy fire.

Luke led me through the corridors until we reached a dead end. I barely managed to catch the young man before he lost his balance. Great! Not exactly the ideal escape I was looking for.

Kyria's point of view

Using my imperial troop disguise, I managed to slip into one of the control panels. Methodically and silently, I deactivated it, before returning to the bridge. I let out a breath of relief as the two guards continued to talk. Suddenly, I hit something metallic, forcing me to look down to see my dear astro-mechanical friend.

With a wave of my hand, I signaled her to go elsewhere. Discreetly, we moved away to venture to a corridor.

R6: I would like so much to accompany you! I miss R2.

Me: I am sorry, R6

At that moment, we came upon an Imperial troop that seemed to be firing in front of them. Using the Force, I recognized Luke and Leia's presence. And...something immediately called me to them. Sure, alone, their lights didn't rival Anakin's. But together, they seemed to connect. But together, they seemed to unite with perfection. It was a blessing I had taught Leia to know how to conceal her presence. Given our bond, it was only natural that I could sense it. However...I was curious about this perfect blend. How were my son and niece related? Was the bond of blood as strong as this?